Is the Comal River Tube Chute open?
The Tube Chute facility is now closed. You can still float the Comal River and access the City Tube Chute, however, lifeguards are no longer on duty.
How much is the Tube Chute?
Entrance to the Tube Chute is $5 when it’s open, and free after hours because they can’t close the river. After hours, lifeguards are not on duty. If you are only floating through the tube chute once, then save your $5, you only need to pay if you are going over and over again, like my kids love to do!
Can you bring your own tubes to the Comal River?
Tubing with Your Own Tubes Personal tubes are allowed on the Comal River as long as they do not exceed five (5) feet in diameter. Tubers may begin their float at Hinman Island Park or Prince Solms Park at the City Tube Chute.
Are double tubes allowed on Comal River?
No Double Tubes are allowed on the Comal River in New Braunfels, TX. Guadalupe River. Limit of two Inflatable Devices per person on the Comal River. Canoes and kayaks may not use the Last Tubers Exit on the Comal River on weekends and holidays.
Is the Comal River open to float today?
Therefore for your question is the comal river open today? Answer is absolutely “YES”. The Guadalupe River in New Braunfels is currently flowing at over 5400 cfs and remains closed to tubing. Only rafting and kayaking are allowed, and guided rafting trips through local river outfitters are highly advised.
Does it cost to float the Comal River?
COST IS $15/PERSON AND SHUTTLE RIDE IS INCLUDED. OVER-SIZED EQUIPMENT IS SUBJECT TO SHUTTLE RESTRICTIONS.
How deep is the Comal River in Texas?
16.4′
Comal River/Max depth
What are the restrictions on the Comal River?
No jumping from bridges, dams, or trees into the Comal River. Coolers must have a clasp on the lid (zipper, Velcro, latch, cord) with a maximum size of 30 quarts and 1 cooler per person. Vessels on the Comal River may not be over 18 feet in length. Limit of two tubes per person.
What is the longest float on the Comal River?
Landa Falls Tubing
Landa Falls Tubing Offers The Longest Comal River Float In Texas.
How many people have been saved by the Comal tube chute?
Hayden McDonald – the supervisor of aquatics for the Comal river – says since May of this year, they’ve saved nearly 200 people at the tube chute. He says there are always two lifeguards on watch at the tube chute. They keep track of people they save.
What is the best tubing experience on the Comal?
” Texas Tubes is the best tubing experience on the Comal. The location is perfect. If you get there early, you can park right near the water. Then get your tube, walk about 20 ft to get in the river and relax for 3 hours. When you’re finished, their shuttle (sometimes 2 or 3) will be waiting to return you to your vehicle.
What is a tube chute in a river?
( A tube chute is an area where water is diverted from the river into a winding channel and rapids) Otherwise it’s a pretty calm float. Exit when you see the signs “Last Public Exit”.
Can you jump in the Comal River?
Our two “Private River Entries”, makes it super easy for you to “Park, rent your Tubes, and Jump in!” Once you are floating in your tube, just kick back, relax, and enjoy your favorite beverage, (Alcohol is Legal) while letting the drifting current of the crystal-clear, spring-fed Comal River take all your cares away, for a fun-filled relaxing day!